Central Jr High School vs Johnston City High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Illinois, United States, 9.0 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Jr High School
West Frankfort · Public middle · Grades 7–8
215 students
Johnston City High School
Johnston City · Public high · Grades 9–12
328 students
| Measure | Central Jr High School West Frankfort, Illinois | Johnston City High School Johnston City, Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #486 of 670 | #419 of 691 |
| National rank | #11892 of 15,369 | #13227 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | High |
| Year range | Grades 7–8 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 215 | 328 |
| Enrollment | 215 | 328 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 53.5% | 50% |
| Students per teacher | 11.3 | 12.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 30% | 22% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 17% |
| city | West Frankfort | Johnston City |
| state | Illinois | Illinois |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (30.1 vs 30.5).
- •Johnston City High School does better on math proficiency (17% vs 10%).
- •Central Jr High School does better on reading proficiency (30% vs 22%).
- •Johnston City High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (50% vs 53.5%).
- •Central Jr High School does better on students per teacher (11.3 vs 12.1).
- •Johnston City High School is the larger school with 328 students compared with 215.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central Jr High School better than Johnston City High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Central Jr High School and Johnston City High School?
About 9.0 km in a straight line, between West Frankfort and Johnston City in Illinois.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Jr High School: 215. Johnston City High School: 328. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Jr High School and Johnston City High School rank in Illinois?
Central Jr High School is 486th of 670 and Johnston City High School is 419th of 691 among middle schools in Illinois on the 2025 Success Index (US).